From public care workers to the public: an open letter to Nova Scotians
HALIFAX: As Chair of CUPE’s Long Term and Community Care Committee, I am accountable to 5,500 long term care workers across Nova Scotia. I am acutely aware that the decisions…
An open letter to long-term care employees, residents, families, and Nova Scotians
HALIFAX: The following is open letter from Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care. On Friday, May 22, government representatives on behalf of employers asked CUPE leadership to return…
Mom salutes care teams after daughter’s medical emergency
COLCHESTER COUNTY: A Colchester County nurse and mother is thanking dozens of healthcare professionals across multiple agencies after what she describes as a terrifying situation that resulted in her 20-year-old…
Statement from Minister Adams on long-term care labour negotiations
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care. On Thursday, May 7, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) asked the employers and…
One Person One Record issues must be addressed, N.S. NDP says
HALIFAX: Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender has written to the Health Minister May 5 calling on the Houston government to pause the rollout of One Person One Record (OPOR) and…
Kinette Club of Sackville supports Cobequid Community Health Centre foundation
LOWER SACKVILLE: The Cobequid Community Health Centre Foundation has received a boost from a local community organization. The Kinette Club of Sackville has donated $1500 towards the funding of a…
N.S. health announces bedside telephone service being phased out
HALIFAX: Bedside telephone service is being phased out by the service provider at Nova Scotia Health facilities beginning May 31, 2026. The service is being discontinued due to aging infrastructure and low demand for…
Legislative sitting concludes with budget, powering the economy act passed
HALIFAX: The spring legislative sitting concluded April 9. This session’s highlights included passing a budget with billions of dollars in new investments and the passage of the Powering the Economy…
Construction underway on Fall River healthcare facility
FALL RIVER: Construction is now well underway on a healthcare facility in Fall River. The development is taking shape at 3061 Highway 2, across from Joyful Sounds Music Studio and…
Column: N.S. Budget invests in healthcare, housing, and education
The following is the monthly column submitted to media by Premier Tim Houston’s office. Nova Scotians don’t need to be told the world is uncertain. They can see it in…